DEADLINE: 17 January 2025
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
- Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach
- Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies
- Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff
- Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified
- Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development
- Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker
- DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Essential minimum experience: Experience in a healthcare environment
- DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of stock control principles
- Reporting and documenting events / tasks
- Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
- Knowledge of administrative tasks
- Understanding of patient experience aspects
- Understanding of patient care principles
- Application of infection prevention and control principles
